In basements and bars across the country crowds gather to cheer on people wearing tight, spandex outfits as they toss and pummel each other all over a ring.In today’s episode we visit Deathmatch Downunder: one of the most spectacular, violent and progressive professional wrestling events in the country.It’s popular, it’s growing and it’s the perfect combination of sports and entertainment. But where did it come from and what makes it so compelling? Guest: Contributor to The Monthly and author of ‘Everything Harder Than Everyone Else’, Jenny ValentishSee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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